01. About me

I live in the beautiful town of Poulsbo on the United States West Coast, near Seattle, Washington. I'm a proud Dad to two amazing people, Natalie & Ethan, and married to the best woman, Kelly Simkins. When I'm not architecting AI solutions, you'll find me exploring the great outdoors—hiking, skiing, fishing, and biking in the Pacific Northwest.

02. My AI Transformation Journey

My career has evolved from traditional observability and monitoring to becoming an AI Solutions Architect. With 10+ years of deep observability expertise at companies like Elastic, Splunk, Chronosphere, and New Relic, I now focus on building AI-powered solutions that transform how businesses operate. I specialize in combining machine learning with observability data to create intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and AI-driven insights.

03. Philosophy & Approach

I believe the future of technology lies at the intersection of AI and observability. My approach combines cutting-edge AI technologies with battle-tested operational principles, ensuring solutions that are not only innovative but also reliable, measurable, and scalable. "The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." -Walt Disney